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Erie, PA

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The Gem City on Lake Erie truly sparkles

Lakeside Scenic Affordable Active Suburban

Even before Erie was officially founded in 1795, the city’s location made it a desirable destination. The miles of shoreline, the beaches, and the beauty of Lake Erie continues to attract new residents to the city to this day. If you are one of the many moving to Erie, get ready for an adventure. Erie is known for outdoor activities, such as swimming and boating, and is home to the best freshwater beach in the country: Presque Isle State Park. The park features 13 beaches, a marina, and 21 miles of trails. The park also contains the Presque Island Lighthouse, built in 1872, and the extensive Tom Ridge Environmental Center.

Presque Isle State Park also offers year-round activities, from summers spent canoeing, swimming, water-skiing, and hiking to winters where ice skating, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing reign supreme. In addition to endless outdoor fun, Erie is home to sophisticated amenities such as a vibrant downtown, the Erie Art Museum, Erie Zoo, expERIEnce Children's Museum, and Waldameer Park and Water World. Erie offers a wide variety of apartments available for rent, from luxury high-rises to modest two-level buildings. Renting an apartment in Erie places you about an hour’s drive from Cleveland and Buffalo, and about a two-hour drive north of Pittsburgh.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Erie, PA is $790 for a studio, $883 for one bedroom, $1,260 for two bedrooms, and $1,535 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Erie has increased by 3.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$883/month
656 Sq Ft
House
$1,484/month
1,196 Sq Ft
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Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

19

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Clark Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

292 Students

8
out of 10

Belle Valley El School

Public

Grades PK-5

610 Students

7
out of 10

Robison Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

381 Students

7
out of 10

Chestnut Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

365 Students

7
out of 10

Klein Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

306 Students

7
out of 10

James S Wilson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

550 Students

7
out of 10

Westlake Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 6-8

470 Students

7
out of 10

Wattsburg Area Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

409 Students

6
out of 10

Wilson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

756 Students

5
out of 10

Strong Vincent Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

729 Students

5
out of 10

Northwest Pa Collegiate Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

753 Students

8
out of 10

Mcdowell High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

2,205 Students

7
out of 10

Seneca High School

Public

Grades 9-12

389 Students

6
out of 10

Iroquois Junior-Senior High School

Public

Grades 7-12

539 Students

5
out of 10

Strong Vincent High School

Public

Grades 9-12

685 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Erie Zoo
  • expERIEnce Children's Museum
  • Erie Maritime Museum
  • Lake Erie Arboretum
  • Presque Isle State Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Erie International/Tom Ridge Field

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